How do you turn a single Kenworth cabover and a small side business into a trucking operation with more than 80 trucks? In Episode 3 we are sitting down with Chris Anderson, founder of C.P. Anderson Trucking, to learn how he built his company from the ground up. Chris takes us back to his childhood, riding with his grandfather in a GMC Astro cabover, before sharing how he purchased his first Kenworth, started his company in 1996, and gradually expanded into a major wood-products transportation and brokerage operation. We get into the realities of running a trucking business, including tight profit margins, equipment maintenance, growing a fleet, working with sawmills and paper mills, and why the company continues to operate older CAT-powered trucks and glider kits alongside newer equipment. We also discuss the next generation of the business, including Josh Anderson's involvement in managing the company's equipment and maintenance operations. Later, we hit the road for a Rolling CB Interview with veteran driver Kevin Gilbert, who shares stories from his 40 years behind the wheel and explains why he enjoys hauling locally for C.P. Anderson Trucking. **VIDEO CHAPTERS** 00:00 – Meeting the founder of C.P. Anderson Trucking 00:50 – How Chris Anderson got started in trucking 02:19 – Starting the company in 1996 08:36 – Advice for owner-operators and small fleet owners 12:00 – Growing into a major wood-products hauling operation 18:00 – Trucking profit margins and business challenges 20:02 – How wood chips become everyday packaging 22:18 – CAT-powered gliders and fleet maintenance 26:15 – Josh Anderson and the family business 32:24 – Rolling CB Interview with Kevin Gilbert Subscribe to **Big Rig Videos** for more real trucking stories, classic trucks, working equipment, and the people who keep the industry moving. #BIGRIGVIDEOS #CPAndersonTrucking #Peterbilt #CATPower #Trucking Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWVH1gwSYZwMZFqCspdw2Rw/join ©Copyright Big Rig Videos, LLC. / Produced By: Christopher E. Fiffie Big Rig Videos Store ► http://store.bigrigvideos.com/shop Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/bigrigvideos Website ► https://bigrigvideos.com Instagram ►https://www.instagram.com/cfiffie Dog Town 2 by Chris Egan, Andrew Cooksley, https://t.lickd.co/l/R2M0zgdQwJ6 Goldmine 3 by Keith Beauvais, Dave James, Michael Craig, https://t.lickd.co/l/zoLBAkjbKxg Trouble 7 (60) by Randall Breneman, Lincoln Grounds, https://t.lickd.co/l/A0oWKmg0oae Goldmine 2 by Keith Beauvais, Dave James, Michael Craig, https://t.lickd.co/l/qyD69E6JGba Headed South by Adam Drake, Gareth Johnson, https://t.lickd.co/l/mQYKLRGDb7n

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The Truth About Building an 80-Truck Fleet | C.P. Anderson Trucking – EP 3

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That ole 359 still has it! Check it out in the latest video on YouTube. Watch the full video: https://youtu.be/S0jP4ndRJdc #BigRigVideos #Trucking #SemiTruck #Peterbilt #359 #Vintage #VintageTrucks #Patina #CattleTruck #CattlePot

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That ole 359 still has it!

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Pulled from the woods and saved from the scrapyard. This 80s classic Pete wears its weathered patina like a badge of honor. Mechanically sound and ready to roll, it is a true piece of trucking history. Follow @BigRigvideos for more. 🔗 Watch the full video: https://youtu.be/S0jP4ndRJdc #BigRigVideos #Trucking #PatinaTruck #Peterbilt359 #VintageSemi #TruckRestoration #ClassicTrucks

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They Rescued This 1980s 359 and Kept Its Patina #shorts

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In Episode 2 of our 8-part series, Chris continues exploring the people, trucks, and daily operations of C.P. Anderson Trucking. We join Josh Anderson for a tour of classic trucks, starting with a 1984 Peterbilt 359 that spent years sitting in the woods. Josh shares how he first discovered the truck as a teenager and eventually purchased it along with an International Transtar cabover for just $1,000! The 359 still wears its original Winslow paint scheme and original interior, complete with years of patina. Under the hood is a 425 CAT backed by a 15-speed transmission. We also check out a 1976 A-Model truck that will be eventually prepared for truck pulling, and a 1995 Peterbilt 379 that holds special meaning for Josh because it's the truck he grew up riding in with his father. Along the way, we meet longtime C.P. Anderson drivers, including Bill O'Bier, known as Mr. International Outlaw, and Monty, who has spent 27 years with the company. We discuss their trucking careers, the equipment they drive, and what makes working at C.P. Anderson special. Back in the shop, the mechanics are working to bring a freshly rebuilt engine to life, giving us another look at what it takes to keep this operation moving. **CHAPTERS** 00:00 – Trucks Coming and Going at C.P. Anderson 00:30 – Josh's 1984 Peterbilt 359 Rescued From the Woods 06:46 – A 1976 A-Model With a Future in Truck Pulling 09:54 – The 1995 Peterbilt 379 Josh Grew Up In 11:53 – Meet Bill O'Bier, Mr. International Outlaw 15:13 – The Wood Chip and Bark Hauling Business 23:57 – Inside the Shop: Rebuilding an Engine 26:09 – Meet Monty, a 27-Year C.P. Anderson Veteran 33:24 – Putting the Rebuilt Engine to the Test 37:45 – Dozer Operator Talks About 20 Years at C.P. Anderson **#BigRigVideos #CPAndersonTrucking #Peterbilt359 #Peterbilt379 #CATPower #ClassicTrucks #TruckingLife** Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWVH1gwSYZwMZFqCspdw2Rw/join ©Copyright Big Rig Videos, LLC. / Produced By: Christopher E. Fiffie Big Rig Videos Store ► http://store.bigrigvideos.com/shop Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/bigrigvideos Website ► https://bigrigvideos.com Instagram ►https://www.instagram.com/cfiffie Dog Town 2 by Chris Egan, Andrew Cooksley, https://t.lickd.co/l/R2M0zgdQwJ6 Goldmine 3 by Keith Beauvais, Dave James, Michael Craig, https://t.lickd.co/l/zoLBAkjbKxg Trouble 7 (60) by Randall Breneman, Lincoln Grounds, https://t.lickd.co/l/A0oWKmg0oae Goldmine 2 by Keith Beauvais, Dave James, Michael Craig, https://t.lickd.co/l/qyD69E6JGba

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Classic Peterbilts, CAT Power & Trucking Veterans | C. P. Anderson Episode 2

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#WhosTruckIsThat While at Stegalls Truck Shop in 2025 I thought I'd be able to track down the owner but never did. #BigRigVideos #Trucking #EveryDayIsaTruckShow #Freightliner

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Immaculate Freightliner

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14 years sitting in a shop… and now this 1999 Peterbilt 379 is turning heads! Meet **“Must Be Nice,”** an incredible custom Peterbilt 379 built by Matt Evans of Evans Truck Sales in West Texas. Chris met Matt and his son Sterling in Denton, Texas, following the truck's debut at Peterbilt's 2026 Pride & Class Display, to take an in-depth look at this one-of-a-kind build. This Peterbilt is packed with incredible details, including a 1999 Caterpillar 2WS engine set at approximately 625 horsepower, an 18-speed transmission, a custom 48-inch stainless steel sleeper, and an interior wrapped in Italian leather originally purchased for a Gulfstream aircraft restoration project. But the customization doesn't stop there! From the extensive stainless steel hardware and plumbing to the hand-tooled leather interior, custom billet accessories, a vintage 1952 Packard hood ornament, and beautiful freehand pinstriping by Pedro Salinas of Bombo Pin Striping, there's something special everywhere you look. Matt also shares the fascinating story of how this truck spent 14 years sitting unused before eventually making its way back into his possession. We talk about the work behind the build, the people who helped bring his vision to life, and what the future might hold for “Must Be Nice.” **Video Chapters:** 00:00 – Introducing “Must Be Nice” 01:20 – Custom Chrome & Stainless Details 03:19 – Freehand Pinstriping & the Truck's Name 05:51 – Inside the Custom Peterbilt Interior 10:51 – Custom Seats & Hand-Tooled Leather 14:31 – 18-Speed Transmission & Shifters 15:57 – The Custom Stainless Steel Sleeper 22:07 – Wheelbase, Deck Plate & Rear Suspension 26:10 – Under the Hood: 625 HP Caterpillar 34:00 – Custom Lighting & Wiring 35:00 – The Incredible 14-Year History 37:38 – Future Plans for “Must Be Nice” **If you appreciate custom Peterbilts, classic big rigs, and the craftsmanship that goes into building these machines, be sure to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE to Big Rig Videos for more incredible trucks and the stories behind them!** #BigRigVideos #Peterbilt379 #CATPower #CustomPeterbilt #MustBeNice #PrideAndClass #CustomTrucks #BigRigs Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWVH1gwSYZwMZFqCspdw2Rw/join ©Copyright Big Rig Videos, LLC. / Produced By: Christopher E. Fiffie Big Rig Videos Store ► http://store.bigrigvideos.com/shop Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/bigrigvideos Website ► https://bigrigvideos.com Instagram ►https://www.instagram.com/cfiffie

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Must Be Nice — This Custom Peterbilt 379 Is Absolutely Next Level!

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The 2026 Peterbilt Pride & Class Truck Parade was held in Denton Texas' downtown square. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWVH1gwSYZwMZFqCspdw2Rw/join ©Copyright Big Rig Videos, LLC. / Produced By: Christopher E. Fiffie Click to Subscribe! ►https://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=TheAsphaltDragon Big Rig Videos Store ► http://store.bigrigvideos.com/shop Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/bigrigvideos Website ► https://bigrigvideos.com Instagram ►https://www.instagram.com/cfiffie

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2026 Peterbilt Pride & Class Truck Parade

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(Re-Upload) Chris is in Saluda, Virginia, spending time with Josh Anderson and the crew at C.P. Anderson Trucking to get a firsthand look at the trucks, people, and equipment that keep this operation moving. In this episode, Josh shows Chris around the yard and explains how the company hauls wood chips and boiler fuel for paper mills and power-generation facilities. We take a look at their fleet of approximately 80 trucks and 350–400 trailers, meet longtime driver Michael Harris and check out his exceptionally clean 2026 Kenworth W900, and watch a chip trailer get unloaded on a massive trailer tipper. Chris also heads into the maintenance shop for some hands-on repairs and also sees how a high-tilt loader bucket works. To finish the day, Chris hits the road with Josh and Jake as they road test a CAT-powered Kenworth following a turbo upgrade, as they discuss engine performance, horsepower, and what they're looking for during the test drive. This is just the beginning of Chris' time with C.P. Anderson Trucking as he gets to know the company and the people behind the operation. #BigRigVideos #CPAndersonTrucking #KenworthW900 #Peterbilt379 #CATDiesel #ChipHauling #Trucking #DieselTrucks Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWVH1gwSYZwMZFqCspdw2Rw/join ©Copyright Big Rig Videos, LLC. / Produced By: Christopher E. Fiffie **Chapters:** 00:00 – Welcome to Saluda, Virginia 00:38 – Meet Josh Anderson and the familiar Peterbilt 379 02:33 – Exploring the C.P. Anderson Trucking yard 03:35 – Fleet size, trailers, and hauling operations 07:09 – Michael Harris and his Kenworth W900 12:20 – Working for C.P. Anderson Trucking 16:40 – Understanding wood chips and boiler fuel 20:30 – Watching a trailer tipper in action 29:10 – Inside the maintenance shop 31:08 – How a high-tilt loader bucket works 35:57 – Kenworth repairs and turbo upgrade 36:30 – CAT-powered Kenworth test drive 41:23 – Horsepower estimates and final impressions Big Rig Videos Store ► http://store.bigrigvideos.com/shop Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/bigrigvideos Website ► https://bigrigvideos.com Instagram ►https://www.instagram.com/cfiffie Dog Town 2 by Chris Egan, Andrew Cooksley, https://t.lickd.co/l/R2M0zgdQwJ6 Goldmine 3 by Keith Beauvais, Dave James, Michael Craig, https://t.lickd.co/l/zoLBAkjbKxg Trouble 7 (60) by Randall Breneman, Lincoln Grounds, https://t.lickd.co/l/A0oWKmg0oae Goldmine 2 by Keith Beauvais, Dave James, Michael Craig, https://t.lickd.co/l/qyD69E6JGba

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First Look Inside C. P. Anderson Trucking Big Trucks & Bigger Operations – EP 1

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Full video on YouTube. Building 'Dixieland Delight' was the biggest project of CJ's career, involving thousands of hours and countless sleepless nights. This truck was meticulously planned in his mind, exceeding even his wildest dreams. Presented by Performance Diesel Inc. 🔗 Watch the full video: https://youtu.be/HggQXwGJz14 #BigRigVideos #PDIDiesel #DiscountDirtworks #TrosttleHillIronWorks #DixielandDelight #Trucking #CustomTrucks #Peterbilt #CustomBuild #Custom

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Sleepless Nights & Dream Designs #shorts

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